Monthly Archives: November 2011

Book Review: Andy Catlett: Early Travels by Wendell Berry

Posted on November 9, 2011 by CarrieK

Title: Andy Catlett: Early Travels Author: Wendell Berry Genre: Historical fiction Publisher: Counterpoint Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Source: Print copy from my personal library First line: It was still way in the night, as it seemed to me, … Continue reading →

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Chronicle Books Giveaway

Posted on November 8, 2011 by CarrieK

I recently received three review copies from Chronicle Books. They’re not the type of books I typically read or review, but I don’t want them to go to waste, as they look like books that many of you would enjoy … Continue reading →

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A Litle Bit About Me

Posted on November 7, 2011 by CarrieK

I’ve seen this meme out and about, most recently posted by Wendy at Caribousmom, and thought it would be a good thing to post on my birthday. I always enjoy getting to know more about the people behind the blogs, … Continue reading →

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Mailbox Monday – November 7, 2011

Posted on November 7, 2011 by CarrieK

According to the Mailbox Monday blog, “Mailbox Monday is a gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week and explore great book blogs. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Salon – November 6, 2011 (wrapping up October)

Posted on November 6, 2011 by CarrieK

Busy, busy day! Singing at church this morning, then heading to my folks’ house for an early birthday celebration. Looking forward to the yummy almond fudge cake my dad is making me! It was a good week for reading. I … Continue reading →

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Bookish links for Saturday, November 5, 2011

Posted on November 5, 2011 by CarrieK

Author news: ~ Congratulations to Nnedi Okorafor – her novel Who Fears Death won the 2011 World Fantasy Award. I LOVED this book! ~ Be sure and check out my interview with Joan Leegant, author of Wherever You Go. Discussion … Continue reading →

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Interview with Joan Leegant, author of Wherever You Go

Posted on November 5, 2011 by CarrieK

Last week, we wrapped up our read-along of Joan Leegant‘s Wherever You Go, hosted by myself and Avis at She Reads and Reads. It was a perfect book for a read-along, prompting some great discussion on the characters and themes. … Continue reading →

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Found in the pages of Bookmarks Magazine, September/October 2011 issue

Posted on November 4, 2011 by CarrieK

Recent additions to my TBR list, thanks to the September/October issue of Bookmarks Magazine, blurbs courtesy of GoodReads: There But For The by Ali Smith: At a dinner party in the posh London suburb of Greenwich, Miles Garth suddenly leaves … Continue reading →

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